TNPSC DEO Recruitment 2022: Notification, Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus

Mohit Dhulia
Updated on March 11, 2024

TNPSC DEO Recruitment 2022: The District Education Officer represents the educational sector in government. District Education Officers are gazetted officers in the Post “B” category who are recruited by each state’s State Public Service Commission (PSC).

TNPSC DEO (District Educational Officer) positions will be available in Tamil Nadu in 2022, according to the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission. Individuals who meet the qualifications for the position of District Educational Officer in the School Education Department can apply for direct recruitment.

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TNPSC DEO Recruitment 2022: An Overview

The following are the exam details for the TNPSC DEO Recruitment 2022 exam:

Specifics	Important Details
Exam Name	TNPSC DEO
Conducting Authority	Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission
Level of Exam	State Level
Frequency of Exam	Once in a Year
Stages of Exam	Preliminary Exam Main Written Exam
Examination Mode	Offline
Language	English & Tamil Language
Name of the Post	District Educational Office
Fee for Registration	INR 150/-
Fee for Preliminary Examination	INR 100/-
Fee for Mains Written Examination	INR 200/-
Exam Help desk Number	044-69097777 044-25300336 044-25300337
Official Website	https://www.tnpsc.gov.in/

TNPSC DEO Exam Date 2022

TNPSC will soon issue an official announcement announcing the dates for the District Educational Officer exam. Interested candidates can now see the tentative exam dates based on the previous year’s exam dates.

Exam related Events	Tentative Exam Dates
Date of notification	January
Application Start Date	January
Last date for the submission of the application	January
Preliminary Examination Date	March
Main Written Examination Date	July 2022
Preliminary Results Announcement	April 2022
Main Examination Results Announcement	October 2022
Certificate Verification & Oral Test	November 2022
Final Selection List	November 2022

TNPSC DEO 2022 Application Process

Individuals will be required to fill out the application form accurately and promptly once the application process dates are announced and the portal is opened. Step-by-step instructions for applying online for the TNPSC District Educational Officer exam can be found here..

Step 1: Visit the official website of the Commission.
Step 2: The application for One-Time Registration, or OTR, is the first and most important step. Before applying for any exam, one must first register with the TNPSC database. A one-time fee of Rs. 150 is required for OTR. For the next five years, the Registration ID is valid.
Step 3: Go to the Apply section of the website once you have a unique ID and password.
Step 4: Look for TNPSC DEO Recruitment 2022.
Step 5: Complete the form and submit all required documents, including photo ID, credentials, disability certificates (if applicable), caste certificates (if applicable), and so on.
Step 6: Double-check the form for any errors or spelling errors. Accept the terms and proceed to the online payment.
Step 7: Pay the application fee using any method that the applicant prefers.
Step 8: After you’ve made your payment, take a printout of your application form and save it for future use.

Application Fee 2022

Candidates must pay a fee before submitting their application. Fees for candidates in various categories are listed in the table below:

Important Details	Application Fee
Registration Fee	INR150/-
Preliminary Examination Fee	INR 100/-
Mains Written Examination Fee	INR 200/-

The application fee is waived for the following categories:

Scheduled castes and scheduled tribes.
Destitute widows
Differently abled persons with 40% disability.
Most backward castes, backward classes, and denotified communities.

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TNPSC DEO Eligibility Criteria 2022

To apply, each candidate must meet the TNPSC DEO Recruitment Eligibility requirements in terms of age, qualification, experience, and other factors.

The following are the TNPSC District Educational Officer Eligibility Criteria for applicants seeking to be District Educational Officers in the state of Tamil Nadu during the most recent recruitment cycle:

Age Limit

For general category candidates, the maximum age limit is 30. A candidate who is older than of 30 years is not eligible to apply.

Age Relaxations

There are a few exceptions in the age criteria, as listed below.

Category	Relaxation
SC, ST, BC, Destitute widows	No Age Limit
Differently Abled Persons	Differently Abled Persons are eligible for an age concession of up to ten years beyond the prescribed maximum age limit.
Ex-servicemen	Ex-servicemen have a maximum age limit of 48 years. Ex-servicemen applicants who have already been recruited to a class, service, or category will not be eligible for the above-mentioned age concession.

Educational Qualification:

The minimum educational requirement is a Master’s degree in any subject with a minimum of 50% marks, as well as a B.Ed or equivalent degree from a recognized Indian university.
Must have completed Part I or Part II of an Intermediate or Pre-University Tamil course or a Higher Secondary Course in Tamil.

Candidates who do not belong to the SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BCs, BCMs, or MBCs/DCs who have served in the State/Central Government for five years or more are not eligible, even if they are under the age limit.

Experience Criteria

A candidate should have a total of not less than 12 years of teaching experience in a recognized school after obtaining a B.T. or B.Ed. degree. This criterion applies to vacancies in recognized Aided Secondary and Higher Secondary Schools that need to be filled.

Certificate of Physical Fitness

Applicants chosen for the position will be required to submit a certificate of physical fitness in the following format:

Standard of vision	Standard-III or better
Form of certificate of physical fitness	Form prescribed for Executive post

TNPSC DEO Syllabus 2022

The TNPSC DEO 2022 syllabus covers the course material for both the preliminary and main written exams. Because this position has a high level of competition and few openings, candidates should cover all topics on the syllabus. The following is the syllabus for both the Preliminary and Mains Written Exams.

Prelims Exam Syllabus

The TNPSC DEO Preliminary Exam is an objective-based exam for combined civil services-I.

Subject Name	Topics Covered
General science	Physics General Scientific laws Scientific instruments Inventions and discoveries National scientific laboratories Science glossary Mechanics and properties of matter Physical quantities & standards and units Electricity and magnetism Electronics and communication Heat, light, and sound Atomic and nuclear physics Solid State Spectroscopy Geophysics Astronomy and space science. Chemistry Elements and Compounds Acids, bases, salts- Oxidation and reduction Chemistry of ores and metals Different compounds Pesticides and insecticides Biochemistry and biotechnology Electro-chemistry Polymers and plastics Botany The main Concepts of life science The Basic unit of life-Classification of a living organism Nutrition and dietetics Respiration Excretion of metabolic waste Biocommunication Zoology Blood and blood circulation Endocrine system Reproductive system Genetics the science of heredity Human diseases, prevention, and remedies Communicable diseases and non-communicable diseases Alcoholism and drug abuse Animals, plants and human life
Current Events	History Latest diary of events National symbols Profile of States Defense, national security, and terrorism World organizations Pacts and summits Eminent persons & places in the news Sports & games Books & authors Awards & honors Cultural panorama Latest historical events India and its neighbors Latest terminology Appointments-who is who? Political Science India’s foreign policy Latest court verdicts-Public opinion Problems in conduct of public elections Political parties and political system in India Public awareness & General administration Geography Geographical landmarks Policy on environment and ecology Economics Current socio-economic problems New economic policy & govt. sector Science Latest inventions in science & technology Latest discoveries in Health Science Mass media & communication
Geography	Natural calamities Transport & communication Mitigation measures Monsoon, rainfall, weather, and climate Agricultural pattern, livestock & fisheries Climate change – Impact and consequences Forest & wildlife Solar system Disaster management Population-density and distribution Social geography Soil, minerals & natural resources Pollution Control Natural vegetation Water resources – rivers in India Atmosphere hydrosphere, lithosphere Earth and Universe
History and culture of India	Maurya dynasty India since independence South Indian history Culture and Heritage of Tamil people Vedic, Aryan and Sangam age Buddhism and Jainism Age of Vijayanagaram & the bahmanis India-as secular state Social reforms and religious movements The advent of European invasion Characteristics of Indian culture Guptas, Delhi, Sultans, Mughals & Marathas Unity in diversity Indus valley civilization Expansion and consolidation of British rule Prominent personalities in the various spheres Political parties and populist schemes Arts, Science, literature, and Philosophy
Indian Economy	Price policy & public distribution Application of science in agriculture Five-year plan models-an assessment Rural welfare oriented programs Nature of Indian economy Role of public sector & disinvestment Public finance & fiscal policy Need for economic planning Banking, money & monetary policy Industrial growth-Capital formation and investment WTO-globalization & privatization Development of infrastructure- National income Land reforms & agriculture Role of Foreign Direct Investment
Indian National Treatment	The emergence of national leaders The early uprising against British rule National renaissance Growth of militant movements -Different modes of agitation Role of Tamil Nadu in freedom struggle Communalism led to the partition The era of different Acts & Pacts – World war & final phase struggle Indian National Congress
Aptitude & Mental Ability	Compound interest Highest Common Factor (HCF) Decision making and problem-solving Simplification Basic terms, Communications in information technology Area & Volume Collection, compilation, and presentation of data Parametric representation of data Time and Work Simple interest Analytical interpretation of data Tables, graphs, diagrams Percentage Ratio and Proportion Application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) (Lowest Common Multiple(LCM) Behavioral ability
Logical Reasoning	Visual Reasoning Number Series Alphanumeric Reasoning Puzzles Dice Logical Number/Alphabetical/Diagrammatic Sequences

Mains Written Examination Syllabus

The main written examination for TNPSC DEO 2022 is a descriptive exam. Candidates who have passed the preliminary exam are eligible to take the written exam. The following is the TNPSC DEO 2022 syllabus.

Paper Name	Subjects Covered
Paper I – General studies	The modern history of India and Indian culture Role & Impact of science and technology [In the development of India and Tamil Nadu] General Mental Ability
Paper II – General studies	Tamil society culture and Heritage Administration of Union and States in Tamil Nadu Tamil Language Indian polity Emerging political trends affecting India English Language
Paper III – Education (Degree Std.) B.Ed., Course	Scheme S.S.A. & RMSA Gender Sensitization Learner /Learning Environmental Education Distance and Open Learning Inclusive Education Education Sociology Education Management Health and Physical Education Curriculum Measurements and Evaluation Vocational Guidance Education Psychology Information and Communication Technology Current trends and challenges in Education Innovation in Education The basic concept of Psychology Committee and Commissions in Education Human Rights & R.T.E. Act Outreach Program Philosophy in Eastern, Education, and Western Education

TNPSC DEO Exam Pattern 2022

The TNPSC DEO exam is divided into two parts: the preliminary exam and the main written exam. Exam Patterns should be well-understood by candidates in order to prepare effectively for the exam. The following is the exam pattern for TNPSC DEO Prelims 2022:

Specifics	Important Details
Nature of Questions	Objective-Based
Total Number of Questions	200
Subject	General Studies
Maximum Marks	300 Marks
Exam Duration	3 Hours

Exam Pattern for Mains Exam

The exam pattern for TNPSC DEO Mains is as follows:

Specifics	Paper I	Paper II	Paper III
Subject Name	General Studies	General Studies	Course of B.Ed
Type of Questions	Descriptive	Descriptive	Objective
Examination Mode	Offline	Offline	Offline
Total Number of Questions	200	200	200
Duration of Exam	3 hours	3 hours	3 hours
Maximum Marks	300	300	300

TNPSC DEO Important Books

Applicants who want to pass the exam should be familiar with the following books, as they will help them prepare. The following is a list of recommended books for TNPSC DEO 2022:

Book Name	Name of the Author
Indian and World Geography	Majid Husain
General Studies	Manohar Pandey
Indian Polity	M Laxmikanth
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations	R.S Aggarwal and Abhijit Guha
Indian History and Culture	Allied Publications

TNPSC DEO Admit Card 2022

TNPSC DEO admit cards will be available on the TNPSC website a week before the exam date. The TNPSC DEO Admit Card 2022 can be obtained by following the steps below:

Step 1: Visit the TNPSC’s official website.
Step 2: Go to the TNPSC main page and click on the Recruitment tab. From the drop-down menu, select Online Application Services and then Admit Card.
Step 3: From the drop-down menu, choose TNPSC DEO Admit Card 2022.
Step 4: Fill in your registration ID and password to gain access to the site.
Step 5: Check the details on your hall ticket to avoid any inconsistencies.
Step 6: Download and print the TNPSC DEO Hall Ticket.

TNPSC DEO Answer Key 2022

The TNPSC DEO Exam Answer Key will be available on the TNPSC’s official website. The steps for getting the answer key are as follows:

Step 1: Visit the official website of the TNPSC.
Step 2: Go to the homepage and search for the section titled “Answer Key.”
Step 3: Search for the TNPSC DEO Answer Key 2022 link in the Answer Key section.
Step 4: Download the answer key from the provided link for future reference.

TNPSC DEO Previous Year Cutoff Marks

. After the selection process is finished, TNPSC will announce the cut-off. The TNPSC DEO cut-off from previous years has been listed below for your convenience. An applicant should try to score higher than the cut-off in order to advance to the next round.

Category Name	OC	SC, ST, DC, BCMs, BC, MBCs
Expected Cut-off Prelims	120	408
Expected Cut-off Mains	90	306

Candidates can find out their TNPSC DEO Cut Off marks by following the steps below.

Step 1: Visit the official website of the TNPSC.
Step 2: Scroll down until you come to the Notifications section. Look for the link to the TNPSC DEO Cut-off Marks 2022. The Cut-off can also be found in the candidate’s corner of the official website.
Step 3: Once you’ve found the link, simply click it. The PDF will appear on your screen.
Step 4: Download the pdf file future reference.

TNPSC DEO 2022 Result 2022

On the TNPSC official website, the TNPSC DEO Exam Result 2022 will be available. The results can be obtained by following the procedures outlined below:

Step 1: Go to the official website of the TNPSC.
Step 2: Select the Results section from the Candidate’s Corner section of the web page.
Step 3: Select TNPSC DEO Exam Result 2022 from the drop-down menu. Fill in your roll number and other information in the appropriate columns.
Step 4: On your computer screen, your result will now appear. Click on The download to receive it.
Step 5: Candidates can also print their results for future reference.

TNPSC DEO 2022 Salary Structure

The pay scale for TNPSC DEO positions ranges from Rs. 56900 to Rs. 180500 per month. Candidates’ TNPSC DEO salary, as well as their base pay and allowances, has been steadily increasing. The applicants will be eligible for raises once their probation period has ended. The TNPSC DEO remuneration is determined by TNPSC.

Every candidate recruited for the position of District Education Officer receives a fixed allowance as part of their TNPSC DEO salary package, in addition to the set compensation. There are TNPSC DEO payments such as Dearness Allowance, Fuel Expenses, Conveyance Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Foreign Travel, and others.

TNPSC DEO Vacancy 2022

The official announcement for the TNPSC DEO vacancy is accompanied by a TNPSC official notice. The vacancy for this position is based on the need for a District Education Officer in a specific Tamil Nadu district. Candidates should be aware that this position is highly selective and limited. Every year, there are fewer job openings.

TNPSC DEO Selection Process 2022

TNPSC DEO Recruitment 2022 will be conducted in three stages if the selection process outlined in the previous recruitment cycle’s notification is followed.

Preliminary Stage:

The paper is based on general awareness and is presented in a multiple-choice format, with 150 questions based on general knowledge and 50 questions based on mental ability. It is a 300-marks paper.

Mains exam:

There are three papers in the exam. Paper I is a descriptive paper that is based on general awareness. Paper-II is a descriptive paper that focuses on current events and general knowledge. The third paper, paper III, is an objective type that is based on a B.Ed degree course. Each paper has a total of 300 marks.

Interview:

The final and most important stage is an interview, which carries 120 marks and is an oral exam also referred as an interview.

TNPSC DEO FAQs

What does TNPSC DEO stand for in full?

TNPSC DEO is the abbreviation for Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission District Educational Officer. In Tamil Nadu, the DEO is a civil service position.

For the TNPSC DEO Examination Post, how many attempts are permitted?

The commission allows a total of four attempts for the TNPSC DEO Examination Post, subject to the applicant’s age criteria.

What are the modes of the TNPSC DEO 2022 preliminary and main written examinations?

The examination will be held in offline mode in various cities throughout Tamil Nadu, with the exception of the main written examination, which will be held only in Chennai.